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Video: Native American Vet Recalls D-Day, Honors Comrades

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Charles Shay survived two wars. He was also part of the first wave of troops to land in Normandy, France, on D-Day 75 years ago. He shares his thoughts on what happened that day and how it shaped his life.

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Video by Army Spc. Kevin Payne

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